Homosexuality in an unsupportive environment. Why Do Children Attempt Suicide?

Change: Suicide is a way to change how the child feels or what is happening at that moment.Choice: Suicidal behavior is a means to make a choice during circumstances in which there are no choices, or important choices are being taken away.Control: The suicidal act is meant to stop behavior, control events or effect change in others.Self Punishment: Suicidal behavior is a means to relieve guilt or punish oneself. The child believes he deserves to die.Punish Others: The suicidal act is intended to inflict harm or punishment on others,
including revenge.Psychotic Illness: The suicidal act is the result of a mental illness or severe medical problem affecting a child’s mental status.

Suicide Warning Signs

Talks about suicide or makes statements such as: “I won’t be a problem for you much longer”, “It’s no use” and “I won’t see you again”.